Last Updated on March 5, 2026 by Precious
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Morgan Hightower Biography
Morgan Hightower is an American working in the journalism field as a News Anchor and Investigative Journalist at WBRC FOX6 News. She was a News Anchor and Investigative Reporter at Gray Television, working full-time in Birmingham, Alabama, since September 2019.

Morgan Hightower Height
Hightower stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches
Morgan Hightower Age
Hightower is 44 years old. She was born on May 6, 1981, in Orlando, Florida, USA.
Personal Life
Morgan Hightower Relatives and Family
Hightower grew up in Orlando, Florida, however, he keeps information regarding her family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s available to the public.
Morgan Hightower Spouse and Children
She and her husband feel truly blessed to be back in Alabama, the place they met, got married and will now raise their family. They have a young son and daughter.
Morgan Hightower Education
Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Morgan is a graduate of the University of Florida, but she appreciates the Auburn/Alabama rivalry
Professional Life
Morgan Hightower Career
Hightower works as a News Anchor and Investigative Journalist at WBRC FOX6. She became part of WBRC 6 News in September 2019, where she serves as an anchor and member of the 6 On Your Side Investigates team. Just two days after graduating from college, Morgan Hightower launched her journalism career in Montgomery, Alabama. Almost ten years and several roles later, she is excited to have returned to Alabama.
While working in Montgomery, she helped launch the newsroom at the local ABC affiliate. As part of a small team, she took on multiple responsibilities, including shooting, writing, editing, producing, and anchoring her own stories. This hands-on role allowed her to report on major events such as a federal corruption trial, coverage at the State House, and most notably, the devastating tornado outbreak in April 2011. She told the stories of families rebuilding their lives, followed recovery efforts closely, and investigated missing FEMA payments.
After her time in Montgomery, Hightower relocated to Greensboro, North Carolina, where she spent five years at the CBS affiliate. She began as a reporter and was later promoted to anchor. During her time there, she conducted investigative reports focused on government spending and accountability. One of her most memorable assignments was covering the 70th anniversary of D-Day in Bedford, Virginia. She traveled with World War II veterans, sharing their powerful firsthand accounts. The station’s coverage of the event earned an Emmy Award.
Hightower served as a news anchor and reporter in Nashville, Tennessee, where she reported on public safety, government misconduct, and political affairs. Among the most significant events she covered were the devastating mass shootings at a local church and a Waffle House in Antioch. She led extended live coverage during the unfolding tragedies and continued in-depth reporting for months, tracking the investigations and subsequent legal proceedings.
Morgan Hightower Net Worth
Hightower has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
Morgan Hightower Salary
Hightower receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000
Did Morgan Hightower Have a Baby?
Hightower and her husband are overjoyed that the wait has ended. Grady was born at 8:58 a.m. on April 6th. He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long. He is adorable in every way.
Morgan Hightower Social Media
Hightower has active social media platforms i.e. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. She has a following of over 13K on Facebook, a following of over 813 on Instagram, and a following of over 2K on Twitter.
WBRC FOX6
At WBRC FOX6, Hightower works with her fellow journalists and meteorologists:
- Gillian Brooks
- Lauren Harksen
- Bria Chatman
- Steve Crocker
- Brittany Dionne
- Mike Dubberly
- Josh Gauntt
- Lauren Jackson
- Jonathan Hardison
- Sheldon Haygood
- Jennifer Horton
- Russell Jones
- Clare Huddleston




